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Crispy Hot Honey Chicken

A delightful blend of flavors with crunchy coating, juicy chicken, and a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/3 cup Hot honey Can substitute with honey and hot sauce mix
  • Oil for frying Oil for frying Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour and cornstarch.
  3. Dip chicken in egg, then coat in the flour mixture.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Drizzle hot honey over the fried chicken.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Best served hot and fresh. Pairs well with coleslaw or fries. For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices prior to cooking. For a healthier option, try the baked version by coating the chicken and baking at 400°F (200°C) until cooked through.